Description
This Baked Shrimp and Rice Casserole is a flavorful one-pan dish that combines tender shrimp with seasoned rice, topped with melted cheese. It’s a simple and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Rice Casserole:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or green onions (for garnish)
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté vegetables: In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add rice and broth: Stir in uncooked rice, then pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Bake: Cover the skillet and bake for 35 minutes. Remove, stir, add shrimp and cheese, then bake uncovered for 10–12 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use Cajun seasoning instead of paprika and oregano.
- You can add frozen peas or spinach during the last 10 minutes for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
